[TPR] SSCC Prep: Fire Extinguisher Check

[Asa Jay Laughton]

Alright boys and girls, tonight we head into the garage to check the 
fire extinguisher.  Check the pressure gauge and make sure it's in the 
green zone.  If it's under-pressure, it needs to be serviced.  Is it dry 
chemical?  Is it Halon?  Does it require a periodic service?

Next, check the mounting bracket.  Is it secure?  Is it metal?  (not 
plastic).  Is it within easy reach if you are belted into your Pantera?

Here are the fire extinguisher regs from the SSCC 2015 rule book:

- Touring (95, 100, 105, 110):  A 2.5 lb. minimum, automotive BC fire 
extinguisher, with a secure quick-release mounting bracket made of 
metal, must be within easy reach of the driver.

- Grand Touring (115, 120, 125):  A 2.5 lb. minimum, automotive BC fire 
extinguisher, with a secure quick-release mounting bracket made of 
metal, must be within easy reach of the driver.

- Grand Sport (130, 135, 140, 145, 150):  A 2.5 lb. minimum, automotive 
BC fire extinguisher with a secure quick-release mounting bracket made 
of metal, must be within easy reach of the driver. A 
competition-approved fire system and fuel cell is recommended.

- Super Sport (160, 170):  A competition approved fire system and fuel 
cell is required (see “Fire System and Fuel Cell” section).

Asa Jay

Asa Jay Laughton - W7TSC, MSgt, USAFR, Retired
&  Shelley Marie
Spokane, WA
******************************
http://www.racingagainstautism.com
http://www.teampanteraracing.com
http://facebook.com/racingagainstautism